Chinese medicine believes that pitaya has the functions of clearing away heat and lowering blood pressure, which is mainly used to treat hypertension in clinic. In addition, pitaya also has the effects of detoxification and weight loss. Pregnant women can also eat red dragon fruit, but don't eat too much to avoid stomach upset.
Nutritional components of red pitaya
1, the anthocyanin content in pitaya fruit is high, especially in red meat varieties. Anthocyanin is an effective antioxidant, which can effectively prevent arteriosclerosis, thus preventing stroke caused by heart attack and blood clot formation; It can also fight against free radicals and effectively resist aging; It can also improve the prevention of brain cell degeneration and inhibit the occurrence of dementia.
2. Pitaya is rich in plant albumin, which is less common in fruits and vegetables. This active albumin will automatically combine with heavy metal ions in the human body and be excreted through the excretory system, thus playing a detoxification role. In addition, albumin has a protective effect on the stomach wall.
3. Pitaya is rich in vitamin C for whitening skin and water-soluble dietary fiber for reducing weight, lowering blood sugar, moistening intestines and preventing colorectal cancer.
4. The iron content in pitaya is higher than that in ordinary fruits. Iron is an indispensable element for producing hemoglobin and other iron substances, and proper intake of iron can also prevent anemia.